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Essential Functions
CLS Program

The clinical laboratory scientist must possess scientific curiosity and
good judgment. Patience and thoroughness are necessary to perform test with
precision. However, when necessary, the clinical laboratory scientist must be able
to work quickly without sacrificing precision. Also important to the scientist are an
interest in technical instrumentation, manual dexterity, the ability to concentrate and
normal eyesight. The scientist must possess communication and interpersonal skills
to interact with patients and other member of the health care team.